Have you ever felt like you were living a righteous life–reading your Bible, praying daily, worshiping God, participating in fellowship, serving others, growing in discipleship–yet life still seemed unfair, hard, and nerve-wracking?
If so, you’re not alone. Continue reading
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Various news outlets report the remarkable yet sobering story of a 27-year-old Chinese student studying in Japan who was rescued from Mt. Fuji. Not once, but twice. And within the span of four days.
According to authorities, the student was airlifted from Mt. Fuji due to climbing difficulties. Following the rescue, he realized he had left behind some personal possessions, including his cell phone. So, he returned to retrieve his belongings. Continue reading
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“Passion turns duty into delight, and obligation into opportunity”
This quote, attributed to an unknown author, reminds us of the power of passion. And pronounces it as one of the most potent antidotes to weariness in doing good. Continue reading
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“Where did September go?” Norma Jean exclaimed to me the other day. Did anyone else say or think that? It certainly seems that time moves quickly as we get older. It reminds me of a thought-provoking quote by an anonymous author, “The older you get, the faster time passes in your mind, so use your time according to what is most important.” Continue reading
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Jim Rohn is an American author, motivator, speaker, and entrepreneur. Some time ago, he posted on his facebook page “The 6 Essential Traits of Good Character.”
Although Rohn writes to an audience of business and professional leaders, his observations have a Biblical basis and find their application for preachers, pastors, and Christian business leaders. In fact, for all disciples of Christ. Continue reading
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In Oprah Winfrey’s lifetime achievement award acceptance speech at the 2018 Golden Globes, she said, “What I know for sure is that speaking your truth is the most powerful tool we all have.”
“Your truth.”
“Those two words are so entrenched in our lexicon today that we hardly recognize them for the incoherent nightmare that they are,” wrote Brett McCracken in The Wisdom Pyramid. Continue reading
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In the December 2, 2024, issue of Christianity Today, Caresse Spencer shares how she destroyed her faith in pursuit of her “best life” during the pandemic.
With her life falling apart and her faith crumbling, Careese said she typed a two-word expletive, cursing God, and resigned from Christianity. Continue reading
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